In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the CEO, Keynote Speaker & Consultant of The B3 Method Institute, Amy Vetter. Amy Vetter is a unique blend of a CPA, yoga instructor, and technologist. She leverages this diverse background to help individuals and businesses find balance and bliss. During our conversation, Amy emphasized the importance of self-awareness and the need for moments of stillness and silence. She believes we can optimize our productivity and overall well-being by disconnecting from our fast-paced, left-brain-dominated world and tuning into our intuition. This approach is about taking drastic changes over time. Instead, Amy encourages individuals to start small with intentional habits, such as focusing on breathing and taking moments to reset the central nervous system. Amy acknowledges that everyone's journey to mindfulness is unique. It takes time for individuals to be ready to embrace mindfulness practices. She also recognizes the stress experienced by professionals, particularly CPAs and entrepreneurs. To address this, she developed a methodology outlined in her book "Business Balance and Bliss." This methodology focuses on understanding stressors and using mindfulness and collaboration techniques to create bliss and maintain happiness. Amy also emphasizes the need for self-awareness and intentional thoughts to shape our perception and reality. She offers resources such as books, webinars, and consulting services to help individuals and organizations achieve work-life harmony. She aims to transform workplaces into destinations where employees are happy and fulfilled. Key Points from the Episode: Amy Vetter's work and role as CEO of the B3 Method Institute Importance of incorporating mindfulness into leadership and work-life harmony Amy's background as a CPA, yoga instructor, and technologist Need for self-awareness and moments of stillness and silence Disconnecting from the frenetic left brain and listening to intuition Starting small with intentional habits and focusing on breath Acknowledging that everyone's journey is unique and takes time Amy's methodology outlined in her book "Business Balance and Bliss" Using mindfulness and collaboration techniques to create bliss and maintain happiness About Amy Vetter: Amy Vetter, CPA, CITP, CGMA, MBA, and Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), is a highly accomplished CEO, keynote speaker, consultant, and author. She is the creator of the B3 Method® for Business, Balance & Bliss, which has empowered countless individuals across various industries and career levels to reach their full potential in work and life. As a prominent figure in the accounting and finance profession, Amy has been recognized as one of the "Most Powerful Women in Accounting" by the AICPA and CPA Practice Advisor and a Top 100 Most Influential Person by Accounting Today. She contributes her expertise to publications like AICPA's Journal of Accountancy, Accounting Today, CPA Practice Advisor, Inc.com, and Entrepreneur.com. Amy's diverse background, including an MBA and entrepreneurial experience, has made her a skilled C-suite executive and corporate board member. She is well-versed in cloud technology, business transformation, and go-to-market strategies for scaling businesses nationally and internationally. Through her books, "Business, Balance & Bliss: How the B3 Method Can Transform Your Career and Life" and "Integrative Advisory Services: Expanding Your Accounting Services Beyond the Cloud," Amy shares powerful insights on living an authentic life, achieving work-life harmony, and emphasizing the significance of human connections. Her latest book, "Disconnect to Connect; Tap into the Power Within You to Achieve the Life You Desire," is an Amazon Bestseller that guides readers in breaking negative generational patterns and harnessing the power within themselves to design the life they truly desire. Amy's impactful TEDx Talk, "Disconnect to Connect: The Path to Work-Life Harmony," further demonstrates her dedication to inspiring positive change and personal growth. About The B3 Method Institute: The B3 Method® Institute is a comprehensive educational organization offering various services to support personal and professional growth. The institute guides individuals and organizations in different essential areas through keynote speaking, education, advisory services, and subject matter expert (SME) consulting. The core focus of The B3 Method® Institute is to help individuals achieve their desired potential in their careers and personal lives by leveraging the B3 Method (Business + Balance = Bliss). Each B3 Bundle features a distinct theme tailored to address various aspects of life, encompassing work-life harmony, authenticity, and presence. With a strong emphasis on wellness, mindful leadership, employee engagement, and productivity, the institute equips participants with the tools and knowledge necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape. The B3 Method® Institute's mission is to empower individuals to find balance, purpose, and fulfillment in their professional and personal endeavors. Tweetable Moments: 02:43 - "We're not taking those moments of stillness, of silence, of really trying to observe what's going on internally for us because that takes a lot of courage to be still, to listen to our mind, and be open to what those messages are." 15:17 - "The hardest thing to do was pause and sit and really assess what it is that's not creating happiness for you." Apply to be a Guest on The Thoughtful Entrepreneur:  https://go.upmyinfluence.com/podcast-guest Links Mentioned in this Episode: Want to learn more? Check out The B3 Method® Institute website at https://www.amyvetter.com/the-b3-method-institute Check out The B3 Method® Institute on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/quick-start-training-inc/ Check out Amy Vetter on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyvettercpa/ Check out Amy Vetter on Twitter at https://twitter.com/AmyVetterCPA?lang=en Check out Amy Vetter on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AmyVetterCPA/?ref=br_rs Check out Amy Vetter on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/amyvettercpa/ Don’t forget to subscribe to The Thoughtful Entrepreneur and thank you for listening. Tune in next time! More from UpMyInfluence: We are actively booking guests for our The Thoughtful Entrepreneur. Schedule HERE. Are you a 6-figure consultant? I’ve got high-level intros for you. Learn more here. What is your #1 Lead Generation BLOCKER? Take my free quiz here. Want to learn more about all the podcasts managed by UpMyInfluence? Opt in here.